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Bournemouth have agreed a deal worth up to £25.7 million to sign Elche striker Alvaro Rodriguez. The Uruguay youth international is expected to complete a medical before signing a long-term contract, while former club Real Madrid are set to benefit from a sizeable sell-on clause.

Rafa Mir has spoken out after being handed an eight-and-a-half-year prison sentence following a conviction for sexual assault and injury. The striker, who is owned by Sevilla, has confirmed he will challenge the court's decision as he continues to maintain his innocence.

Real Betis have achieved a historic milestone by mathematically securing their place in the next edition of the Champions League after a 2-1 win over Elche in La Liga. Brazilian winger Antony became the voice of the Betis fans after certifying a return to Europe's top competition more than two decades in the making.

Elche defender David Affengruber has emerged as a shock summer transfer target for several of Europe's biggest clubs following his impressive debut season in La Liga. The 25-year-old Austrian has caught the eye of giants in England, Italy, and Spain after becoming a cornerstone of the Franjiverdes' backline.